Category: Facebook

Facebook has a protocol to follow when a family member wants to close the account of a person who has died. In most cases, the request must be submitted via email with legal documents to ensure your affiliation.

Google has also implemented an option to delete the content of accounts after a certain period of inactivity.

Facebook now allows changes to a deceased profile. For example, messages can be posted on the top of the timeline about religious services or comments of affection. You can also respond to friend requests and update profile photos.

“In talking with people who have experienced loss, we realized we could do more to support bereavement and give voice to the people who want to know what will happen to your account after his death,” said an official from Facebook.